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06-08-2015, 02:36 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Chatham
Posts: 64
M.O.C. #1169
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Chevy and Gmc Owners only
Just took the big plunge and traded the ol ford for a New Chevy deisel dually 4x4. What do I have to look forward to good or bad
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06-08-2015, 02:45 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Salem
Posts: 7,550
M.O.C. #2283
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The bad you don't have a Ford the good you have joined the bow tie boys. Great truck.
Lynwood
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06-08-2015, 04:17 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Bridgewater
Posts: 1,196
M.O.C. #13166
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Considering your Ford was an '01, I'd say you're in for a big pleasant surprise. Lots has changed in 14 years. My '07 is ancient compared to what's sitting on the dealer's lots these days. I'm assuming you drove the truck, so you must have noticed some of the differences. The torque and horsepower in the new ones is unreal. I'm sure any of the big 3 would serve you well. I prefer Chevy. My brother prefers Ford. You can pick your truck but you can't pick your family.
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2010 Montana 3455SA, Mor/Ryde pin, wet bolts, TST 507, Progressive HW50C, GY G614
2019 Silverado D/A 3500HD LTZ DRW CC
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06-08-2015, 07:18 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Washington Coast
Posts: 2,688
M.O.C. #10696
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I think you will be very happy ,the Duramax/Allison combo has been the most reliable combo for a lot of years since it's intro in 2001 IMO coming from a hard core Ford man before the 6.0 powerstroke then I went Duramax and have owned 2 Duramax's ,they are a little behind now in torque and HP to Dodge and Ford but still a powerfull combo and Dang they ride nice
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06-08-2015, 09:07 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Redding
Posts: 1,421
M.O.C. #12339
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I think change is good sometimes. Be more interested in your future reports about the truck. New is fun and change is good!
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06-09-2015, 01:26 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Lake Gaston
Posts: 8,773
M.O.C. #12156
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Ford 6.7 and GMC Duramax both super trucks. Congrats on the purchase.
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Mike and Lorraine
2002 3655 FL, 2005 3650RK
2010 3665RE, 2015 3910FB
F350 crew cab dually 6.7
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06-09-2015, 01:29 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Goshen
Posts: 1,058
M.O.C. #2827
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I have had 2 GM trucks over the last 10 years. Both served me very well!
On our trip to and from Florida in the early spring, I turned on the engine brake and set the cruise at 63 to 65 mph. I was passing tractor trailer rigs in the hills and mountains. But, they would pass me down the back side. Never even used the tow/haul mode of the transmission!
What I want to say is, I don't think I have come anywhere close to finding the maximum pulling capabilities of this '14 GMC!
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06-09-2015, 01:52 AM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Stratford
Posts: 94
M.O.C. #12538
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I think any of the big three are good trucks, but I've owned Chevy most of my life. The current one I'm using now is a 2005 with about 160K miles on it and the only thing Ive had to change besides brakes, filters etc. are the fuel and brake lines. Canadian winters with salted roads are just brutal.
Keep up with the maintenance, filter/oil changes and the Duramax/Alliston combo will serve you well.
Gm will need to up their HP/torque to keep up to the other 2 companies, but for now they have come up with a good combination that has proven to last.
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06-09-2015, 09:02 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Sioux Falls
Posts: 505
M.O.C. #14162
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You'll love the rig!!
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2018 Montana 3790RD
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06-09-2015, 10:24 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: Boise
Posts: 288
M.O.C. #13564
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Purchased a 2015 3500 SRW in February and have pulled 6500 miles with 2013 3402RL. Love the truck, it is comfortable and good MPG. Last 1500 mile trip through Idaho and western Montana averaged 11.4 MPG. So far nothing at all to complain about!
Enjoy the truck
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06-09-2015, 05:54 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: New Port Richey
Posts: 438
M.O.C. #14092
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I own 2012 3500HD 4X4 dually,crew cab,long bed. I love it.The DuraMax/Allison set up is great. I could do without having to add DEF but you have to no matter which one you buy. Congrads and good luck. Here's another forum you need to join. It's like the MOC but for Chevy/Gmc diesel trucks.
http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/
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2012 Silverado 3500HD|4x4|Crew Cab|long bed|Dually
2012 Montana 3750FL
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06-10-2015, 12:43 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Okeechobee
Posts: 2,150
M.O.C. #11206
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Hi
A friend of mine just down the road from me uses his commercially. He just purchased a new Duramax 3500 and was upset because the dealer wouldn’t take his old one in using the excuse that it had 600,000 miles on it.
I think you will be happy with your new truck.
Phil P
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2009 Montana 3665RE
2009 Duramax 3500 DRW quad cab
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06-10-2015, 02:42 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Livingston
Posts: 131
M.O.C. #11717
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If you haven't already, you'll be introduced to adding DEF every 5000 miles or so. We get it at Walmart About $12 for a 2.5 gallon container.
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06-10-2015, 03:00 AM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: Campton
Posts: 54
M.O.C. #16108
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Hi, welcome to the GM family. I have had 3 gm trucks, 2 gas and a new 2015 Dmax 3500 Denali. It tows nice I tow a 3582 Montana empty wt 12862 lbs Im sure we are well over 15000 now , truck never shifts when towing and the engine brake will save your brakes. Only thing Im going to do is put air springs to help level truck. DW has a Ford as a company truck, made buying my new gmc more difficult as it too is very nice. Bottom line, Awesome truck and enjoy Congratulations
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06-10-2015, 03:49 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Essex
Posts: 1,123
M.O.C. #6880
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Congradulations on your new truck. Take care of that new tailgate.
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06-10-2015, 05:46 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location:
Posts: 2,156
M.O.C. #6920
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Pro: Duramax/Allison
Con: Few recalls so you don't get to know your mechanic!
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06-10-2015, 08:53 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Wampum
Posts: 571
M.O.C. #9928
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I'm a Ford man through 'n through. But many of my camping friends drive Dodge or GM tow vehicles and all are happy. Bottom line......all three make exceptions tow vehicles. The competitive nature of the business has resulted in all three making improvements to out do the other guy. The power and handling offered make towing these monster Monties a breeze. As long as the vehicle is properly equipped and you take care of it.....it will take care of you. Your personal taste is what determines which brand you end up with. Good luck with your new truck and happy trails.
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2018 3121RL
2016 Ford F350 SB SRW
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06-10-2015, 04:47 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Macomb
Posts: 293
M.O.C. #5709
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Birdie
You finally went and did it. OMG a Chevy. What can you look forward to-----Payments LOL. Gotta get a box to stand on to put the DEF in. We need pics being as you won't be coming to Fl. this year. Hope it's as good to you as the old Ford was.
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06-11-2015, 03:45 AM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: Leechburg
Posts: 50
M.O.C. #16075
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I've driven Chevrolet for my personal vehicle for most of my adult life. I can't say I've never had trouble but I have not had any major issues with them. My current TV is a 2015 Silverado 2500HD. LTZ. this is the first diesel I've owned and only have 17000 miles on it appro 3000 hooked to my Montana No issues yet. I have driven many fords and dodges for work trucks and had very little trouble with them also. I chose GM for the ride first, the engine brake second. And an employer discount third. I love my truck and will be trading it for a dully when I retire and will not have to drive it daily welcome aboard
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06-12-2015, 03:11 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Fayetteville
Posts: 4,200
M.O.C. #11401
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Over one hundred thousand on ours and no problems. Very good truck.
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